Segment
1. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Premium2. Michelin CrossClimate+ Premium
Comparison: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 vs. Michelin CrossClimate+
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When looking for the best all-around tyres, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 and the Michelin CrossClimate+ are two popular choices. These tyres have undergone several tests to determine their strengths and weaknesses, which we will examine below.
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 has a rating of 88% and is made in Korea. It is part of the Hankook tyre series and succeeds the Hankook Kinergy 4S model. In comparison, the Michelin CrossClimate+ has a rating of 87%. The origin of Michelin CrossClimate+ is not specified, but it is part of the Michelin tyre series. Both tyres are all-round tyres and have no specified newer models replacing them.
Test results from Autobild:
In a test comprising 27 tyres, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 ranked 4th while the Michelin CrossClimate+ ranked 2nd. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 performed well in dry handling, wet braking, wet circle cornering, aquaplaning (cross and longitudinal), and snow handling. The Michelin CrossClimate+ shone in comfort, snow traction, dry braking, exterior noise, rolling resistance, dry handling, mileage, price/value, and snow handling.
Summary from Autobild 2021:
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 showcased all-round talent with excellent driving characteristics in all weather conditions, dynamic handling properties, harmonious steering, short snow and wet braking distances, and a low price level. In contrast, the Michelin CrossClimate+ featured a balanced, high-performance all-season profile, good snow traction, stable driving behavior with good steering precision, and short wet braking distances, but revealed a slight weakness in curve aquaplaning.
Results from Autoklub ČR:
In a test of 7 tyres, Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 ranked 6th while Michelin CrossClimate+ took the 2nd position. The Michelin CrossClimate+ excelled in dry handling, dry handling (objective), comfort, wet braking, and wet handling.
Summary from Autobild 2020:
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 performed convincingly on wet tracks and featured good snow qualities, short wet and dry braking distances, and very good aquaplaning reserves, but had a mediocre mileage and satisfactory driving comfort. Meanwhile, Michelin CrossClimate+ was a premium all-season tyre with balanced performance in all weather conditions, dynamic handling qualities, precise steering, high mileage, and lower rolling resistance. However, it had a high price level.
Test results from ACE:
In a test of 8 tyres, Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 scored 5th, while Michelin CrossClimate+ ranked 6th. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 did well in aquaplaning (cross and longitudinal), dry handling (objective), and snow handling, while the Michelin CrossClimate+ shone in dry braking, dry handling (objective), and exterior noise.
In conclusion, both the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 and Michelin CrossClimate+ are strong all-round tyres. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 is slightly better in snow and wet conditions, while the Michelin CrossClimate+ has a higher mileage and a more balanced performance. The choice may come down to personal preference or specific driving conditions, although the Michelin CrossClimate+ has an overall higher ranking in mutual tests.
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Best rating in test
1. Michelin CrossClimate+ Exemplary2. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
2. Michelin CrossClimate+ Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Snow
(Overall rating)Snow handling
Snow traction
Snow braking
Snow cornering
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Price/value
Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Exemplary | 1 | 2 | 2+ | ||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 99,8 | 99,3 | 106,9 | 98,3 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 95,6 | 98,8 | 102,6 | 94,4 | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 99,3 | 95,3 | 106,9 | 95,8 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | 1 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 1 | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 1- | 2+ | 1- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 41,1 | 47,2 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 39,7 | 49,7 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 200 | 66 | 66 | 49 | 18 | 8 | |
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Recommended | 189 | 52 | 61 | 46 | 17 | 6 | |
| Michelin CrossClimate+ Rating: Recommended | 188 | 49 | 60 | 49 | 17 | 8 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 1- | 2 | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 42 | 50,8 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 39,9 | 48,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 1- | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2- | 2- | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 2- | 1- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 43,1 | 47,8 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 40,8 | 48,1 | |||||
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